Please and Thank you in Chinese culture
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19 Jul 202347s
How to say "How are you?" in Chinese? They don't!
Send us a text How do you say: "How are you?" in Chinese? They don't! Support the show
12 Jul 202355s
How to learn 10x faster
Send us a text How to learn faster? You can watch the video here. Here are 7 things I learnt on how to learn faster Learning is more than just acquiring new information; it is a fundamental process that enables growth, change, and the ability to adapt to new circumstances. It can indeed be seen as a superpower, and here's why: Adaptability: In an ever-evolving world, learning allows us to adapt to new situations, technologies, and knowledge areas. It keeps us relevant and prevents us from...
8 Jul 20234min
In China a problem is a question 问题
Send us a text This podcast topic may actually be the case that 问题 is not a question is a problem, but rather a problem is a question - these are the same words. In the Chinese language, a problem is also often perceived as a question, a unique linguistic aspect that intricately mirrors the culture's problem-solving approach. The Chinese term for problem, "wèntí" (问题), literally translates to "ask" (问) and "topic" (题), indicating a question to be asked or a topic to be discussed. This unders...
22 Jun 20234min
How to Buy Back Your Time - Grow without Limits
Send us a text https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Back-Your-Time-Unstuck-ebook/dp/B09Y55GLXJ Martell often discusses the idea of entrepreneurs buying back their time as a way to scale businesses and improve personal productivity. The basic premise involves delegating tasks to others that either don't play to one's strengths or are not the best use of one's time. By doing so, entrepreneurs can focus on high-value tasks that they are uniquely qualified to do. This "buying back your time" strategy inv...
15 Jun 20234min
How to learn what you don't know? Always be looking for nuggets
Send us a text A link to founders podcast is here: https://founders.simplecast.com/ The realm of knowledge is like an endless ocean, vast and deep, with more below the surface than what we can see at the surface level. Often, there are countless things we don't know, and more importantly, many things we don't even know we don't know. This unknown domain extends across all facets of life - from science to history, culture to technology, and everything in between. As humans, our perception and...
8 Jun 20232min
Yes or No in English, Russian and Chinese. Simple concepts - different meanings.
Send us a text We explore the striking absence of a direct equivalent for 'No' in Chinese, and contrast this with the stark, definitive 'Nyet' in Russian. The diversity in expressing these two simple, yet profound words 'Yes' and 'No' in these languages opens up a captivating exploration of cultural contrasts and similarities. We also invite esteemed guests from the fields of linguistics, sociology, and cross-cultural studies to tackle a captivating question: Does the language difference lead...
2 Jun 20234min
Why You Should Study Abroad!
Send us a text Discover and apply to universities around the world here: https://www.globaladmissions.com/search/?keyword= Studying abroad offers you the opportunity to experience different cultures, meet new people, and gain a unique perspective on the world. You'll have the chance to immerse yourself in new traditions, customs, and ways of life, which will broaden your horizons and help you grow as a person. Plus, you'll get to sample new foods, try new activities, and explore new places, ...
23 Mai 20231min
